You Don't Have To Be Lindsay Lohan To Have Your Own Prairie Home Companion

Lindsay Lohan's latest movie A Prairie Home Companion is the story of the final days of a radio program called "A Prairie Home Companion." In it, Lohan plays the depressed daughter of Meryl Streep. Perhaps if Lohan's character had her very own prairie flowers, she'd have been less obsessed with suicide and more interested in the beauty of nature.

Growing prairie flowers has become an increasingly popular way to add some beauty to the yards of thousands of Americans. In fact, many people are turning to natural prairie flowers because they require a lot less hassle and work than do fancier and more complicated landscaping methods.

Prairie flowers lend a stunning splash of color that require surprisingly little time to grow and maintain. With easy to grow prairie flowers, you can enjoy tall, bright yellow blooms, fiery red flowers, and delicate lavender petals. To add some extra natural beauty, you can include prairie grasses. Once you've gotten them started, you'll spend very little time working on the flowers and much more time enjoying them.

When choosing a sight to plant prairie flowers, look for a place in your yard that is exposed to full sunlight. The quality of the dirt is less important since prairie flowers are capable of growing in almost anything, including clay, sand, a range of acidity, shallow soil, and marshy soils. They can be the perfect answer to those problem spots in your yard that are incapable of supporting a lush, green lawn.

Although you can grow prairie flowers in almost anything, you will need to consider the soil when you choose the type of prairie flowers to grow. Prairies are generally divided into three varieties: mesic or moderately dry, wet, and dry. Mesic and dry prairies have loose soil and good water drainage. Wet prairies are, well, wet. They don't have good drainage and the water tends to remain in puddles after a good downpour.

Another important factor to keep in mind when considering growing your own prairie is your local laws. Some areas have weed control ordinances and may consider your beautiful prairie grasses, which can spread, to be weeds. If that's the case, you'll have to stick to flowers only and leave out the natural grasses.

The first two or three years of your prairie growing experience will be more labor intensive than subsequent years. You'll spend some time weeding since weeds can easily choke out slow growing prairie plants. After your plants have taken root, you'll still need to mow and rake in the spring. Set the blade of your mower between five and eight inches above the ground so that you'll cut only the fast growing weeds and not your prairie plants. The remainder of the spring and summer can be spent just watching your plants grow and bloom.

Prairie flower gardens are really beginning to catch on, so it seems only a matter of time before busy celebrities like Lindsay Lohan will have their own prairie home companions.

10 Most Recent Articles Written by Wesley Berry, AAF

The History And Traditions Of Easter
Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF |
Distributed: 2009-03-03 |
Word Count: 1142 |
Page Views: 4134
| Votes: 11 |
Rating: 2.36
Easter, the Christian festival commemorating the resurrection of
Christ, was the earliest feast day decided upon by the ancient
Christian Church. Like its Jewish predecessor Passover, it is a
movable feast, based on the lunar calendar rather than falling on
the same Sunday every year. It is a joyous festival and a time of
redemption.

Valentine's Day Is The Perfect Opportunity For Romancing Your Loved One With Flowers
Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF |
Distributed: 2009-01-01 |
Word Count: 396 |
Page Views: 3332
| Votes: 8 |
Rating: 1.25
It's a sad fact that the American culture lacks in romance-a
recent survey conducted by Brusking/Goldring Research for the
Society of American Florists (SAF) revealed just how bad the
situation is. According to the survey, only 19 percent of men
rate themselves as at least a seven on a scale of one to 10. Even
worse, women agree! Only 19 percent of them rank their husbands
or significant others as at least a seven.

Valentine's Day Flower Sales
Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF |
Distributed: 2009-01-01 |
Word Count: 438 |
Page Views: 4161
| Votes: 5 |
Rating: 2.60
77 percent of florists reported that their Valentine's Day sales
in 2006 rose by an average of 16.2 percent. With numbers like
that, it seems more and more people are beginning to understand
the power that flowers have to make those we love see just how
important they are to us.

Pamela Anderson Can Have A White Christmas With Holiday Party Flowers
Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF |
Distributed: 2008-12-01 |
Word Count: 333 |
Page Views: 3941
| Votes: 4 |
Rating: 2.50
Having recently married, it's likely that Pamela Anderson will
want to host a Christmas party with her new husband, Kid Rock.
If that's the case, she needn't worry that her home in sunny
California will be lacking a white Christmas. Even if there's
no snow outside, she can bring a touch of white inside with
gorgeous white Christmas arrangements.

It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas...With Flowers!
Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF |
Distributed: 2008-11-25 |
Word Count: 443 |
Page Views: 3631
| Votes: 10 |
Rating: 1.60
Which holiday is the biggest for flower sales? I'll bet you're
thinking Valentine's Day or Mother's Day. Well, those two are
certainly big, but it's Christmas that draws more customers
into flower shops than any other holiday. Perhaps that's
because flowers bring a festive feel to any room they adorn
while also making people feel happy and welcome.

Hilary Duff May Choose An Artificial Christmas Tree This Year
Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF |
Distributed: 2008-11-03 |
Word Count: 385 |
Page Views: 3421
| Votes: 5 |
Rating: 2.80
According to two separate reports, more Americans are choosing
plastic trees over fresh, live trees. The U.S. Department of
Agriculture Economic Research Service reported that sales of
authentic trees hit their peak four years ago at $517 million,
and an ABC News/Washington Post poll indicated that 58 percent of
people in the United States purchase fake Christmas trees.

Gear Up For Thanksgiving With Fall-Themed Flowers
Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF |
Distributed: 2008-09-23 |
Word Count: 412 |
Page Views: 3836
| Votes: 6 |
Rating: 2.17
The holidays are fast upon us and your florist is undoubtedly
beginning to display beautiful fall flower arrangements and
products just in time for Thanksgiving. And, since florists who
responded to a recent Society of American Florists (SAF) survey
chimed in to say that 27% of them had higher Thanksgiving sales
in 2005 than they did in 2004, you're bound to see an even
greater offering of autumn beauty than you did last year.

Fourth Of July Flowers
Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF |
Distributed: 2008-06-25 |
Word Count: 429 |
Page Views: 8566
| Votes: 13 |
Rating: 2.00
Your Fourth of July celebration could begin and end with a real
bang when you use flowers to accent and decorate the day. If
you're thinking you need to stick with the traditional red,
white, and blue carnation arrangements you normally see on
Independence Day, think again! Flowers come in so many varieties
and they're so easy to customize to the occasion that the
possibilities are endless.

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Choosing Outdoor Playground Equipment for Your Back Yard
Written by: Giana Briggs |
Distributed: 2011-03-22 |
Word Count: 473 |
Page Views: 4349
| Votes: 3 |
Rating: 0.33
Perhaps you've reached a point where you think it's time
for your children to learn to love the outdoors. And what
better way to do that then have an outdoor play set right in
your very own back yard.

Tips for Choosing the Best Building Materials for an Outdoor Play Set
Written by: Giana Briggs |
Distributed: 2011-03-15 |
Word Count: 422 |
Page Views: 4635
| Votes: 4 |
Rating: 1.00
Children these days spend most of their time attached to a
computer or video game. Very few children are ever seen on
the playgrounds anymore. And it's becoming worse with every
new device that comes out. But as parents, we can break this
trend with outdoor toys the kids look forward to using.

Building the Perfect Backyard Playground for Your Kids
Written by: Giana Briggs |
Distributed: 2011-03-10 |
Word Count: 466 |
Page Views: 4806
| Votes: 4 |
Rating: 1.50
Every child loves to play at the playground, and nothing is
better than having your very own playground in the backyard.
It's as exciting to a child as Christmas morning. How do we
as parents pick out the perfect outdoor play set for them?

How To Choose The Right Rug For A Room
Written by: Alycia Hartzell |
Distributed: 2010-10-26 |
Word Count: 441 |
Page Views: 4158
| Votes: 3 |
Rating: 0.00
Choosing the right area rug for a room goes beyond simply
selecting a rug that you like. Existing factors within the
room will determine the rug you should select.

Solar Power for Homes - What You Need to Know
Written by: M.S. Rochell |
Distributed: 2010-08-12 |
Word Count: 553 |
Page Views: 4103
| Votes: 3 |
Rating: 2.00
Some surprising new developments in solar power for homes
may make using solar energy in your daily life more possible
than you may think!

Why a Home Solar Panel Will Save You Money and How You Can Get One for Free
Written by: M.S. Rochell |
Distributed: 2010-08-03 |
Word Count: 739 |
Page Views: 4429
| Votes: 5 |
Rating: 1.80
What is a home solar panel and how can it save you money?
Solar energy panels are a new eco-friendly option for
homeowners who want to heat and cool their home efficiently
using the sun’s rays. There are a number of ways you can
install solar panels affordably or even for free!

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How To Clean A Wool Rug
Written by: Alycia Hartzell |
Distributed: 2009-08-04 |
Word Count: 417 |
Page Views: 24174
| Votes: 29 |
Rating: 2.34
Surprisingly enough, cleaning a wool rug is a lot easier
than most people think. By following these simple steps you
will be able to clean your wool rug and save the money you
would normally spend to have it professionally cleaned.

Famous Waterfalls of the World
Written by: Elizabeth Jean |
Distributed: 2007-04-02 |
Word Count: 939 |
Page Views: 17837
| Votes: 46 |
Rating: 1.80
About 70% of the Earth's surface is permanently covered in
water. Water shapes our coastlines and carves channels through
countries and landscapes. Inevitably, water sometimes runs across
a sudden drop in the level of the land, and a waterfall is born.

Decorating Tips: Best Placement for Rugs Under Furniture
Written by: AnnaRae Mills |
Distributed: 2007-03-07 |
Word Count: 681 |
Page Views: 15389
| Votes: 19 |
Rating: 3.05
Small rugs and accent rugs can usually be placed wherever they
look good or fulfill a specific purpose, but larger rugs look
best when basic guidelines for placement are followed. Since a
larger rug often serves as an anchor for a furniture grouping or
the main floor covering in a room, proper placement is essential
for several reasons, including a balanced look.

The Easy Elegance of Swags and Scarf Valances
Written by: Julie Lohmeier |
Distributed: 2006-06-15 |
Word Count: 261 |
Page Views: 13542
| Votes: 27 |
Rating: 1.52
The easiest drape to make and hang is a swag or scarf valance.
It's easy to make, looks elegant, entails less cost and fuss
than other drapery styles, and works in any room.

Turn Your Single Family Home Into A Legal Multi Family Home
Written by: Robert Short |
Distributed: 2006-11-14 |
Word Count: 621 |
Page Views: 10979
| Votes: 23 |
Rating: 1.91
Will it really be legal? I've heard this question asked
hundreds of times, yet in my concrete cutting business, one that
is crucial in the conversion process, I have seen it done
hundreds of times. How you may ask? It's actually not any more
difficult than most major home renovations.

7 Popular Decorating Colors
Written by: Julie Lohmeier |
Distributed: 2006-07-18 |
Word Count: 520 |
Page Views: 10849
| Votes: 13 |
Rating: 2.38
Picking the right color for a room can often be the most
difficult decorating decision. The best way to find a color you
like is to look at other homes, restaurants, and good
old-fashioned paint chips. Here are some popular colors in
decorating right now.

Adding a Precast Concrete Stairway Bulkhead to Your Home
Written by: Robert Short |
Distributed: 2006-07-06 |
Word Count: 855 |
Page Views: 10682
| Votes: 15 |
Rating: 3.33
Nowadays it pays to be aware of the choices available in the
market in order to make the right decisions when it comes to
improvements in the home. And with the skyrocketing price of
construction materials and services, it makes sense to know what
options are available. Take for example the installation of
precast concrete bulkhead stairway to your home's basement.

Father of Fountain Design: Gian Bernini
Written by: Elizabeth Jean |
Distributed: 2007-04-02 |
Word Count: 876 |
Page Views: 10120
| Votes: 14 |
Rating: 2.21
For centuries, visitors to Rome have admired the architecture and
art of this great European city. Its famous outdoor water
fountains, piazzas, churches and cathedrals draw many thousands
of visitors each year, as do its countless art galleries. No less
an attraction is Vatican City, in the heart of Rome, and its
principal building, the Basilica of St. Peter.

Which Flowers Match Britney Spears' Home Style?
Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF |
Distributed: 2008-05-23 |
Word Count: 504 |
Page Views: 3520
| Votes: 7 |
Rating: 3.43
As she's grown up in the public eye, the world has watched
pop-icon Britney Spears change her style over the years. She's
gone from flirty pop teen to mother of two. As she's grown up,
it's very likely her tastes in home décor have changed as well.
According to the Society of American Florists, there are five
main home decorating styles-and there are flowers to go with
every one of them.

Adding a Precast Concrete Stairway Bulkhead to Your Home
Written by: Robert Short |
Distributed: 2006-07-06 |
Word Count: 855 |
Page Views: 10682
| Votes: 15 |
Rating: 3.33
Nowadays it pays to be aware of the choices available in the
market in order to make the right decisions when it comes to
improvements in the home. And with the skyrocketing price of
construction materials and services, it makes sense to know what
options are available. Take for example the installation of
precast concrete bulkhead stairway to your home's basement.

Don't Get Burned! The Hidden Costs of Kitchen Remodeling
Written by: Aaron J. Munk |
Distributed: 2008-12-15 |
Word Count: 831 |
Page Views: 3601
| Votes: 7 |
Rating: 3.29
You’ve browsed all the magazines, planned and saved and
calculated how much your kitchen remodeling ideas will cost.
You’ve gotten estimates and bids, picked a contractor and now you
are ready to get started. However, renovations are rarely without
unexpected complications and these hidden costs might have you
spending more than you thought.

Create a Home that Nurtures, Inspires and Enlivens
Written by: Barbra Sundquist |
Distributed: 2006-05-16 |
Word Count: 979 |
Page Views: 4352
| Votes: 17 |
Rating: 3.24
Quick, think of an amazing environment. A place where you feel
totally alive and inspired. Got a place in mind? Now make a
list of the attributes of that place. Is it indoors or outdoors?
Quiet or lively? What colors, smells, sounds, objects, people
are present? You've just defined what aliveness feels like for
you. Now think about your home.

5 Easy Home Improvement Projects for Less Than 500
Written by: Julie Lohmeier |
Distributed: 2008-04-02 |
Word Count: 433 |
Page Views: 3947
| Votes: 5 |
Rating: 3.20
It is possible to update a room and even remodel it without
taking out a loan or raiding your savings. Here are five easy
projects you can do yourself on the cheap for $500 or less.

Select the Right Window Coverings
Written by: Brian Wright |
Distributed: 2008-02-07 |
Word Count: 1186 |
Page Views: 5528
| Votes: 11 |
Rating: 3.18
A window covering selection should be selected for both function
and style. Blinds, shutters, drapes, curtains, and shades all
have different qualities the affect the final decision. Discover
the best window treatment for your home.

Will Jennifer Aniston Ever Get A Red Iris On Her Birthday?
Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF |
Distributed: 2008-05-22 |
Word Count: 464 |
Page Views: 4331
| Votes: 6 |
Rating: 3.17
The iris, birth flower for the month of February in which
Jennifer Aniston was born, comes in almost every color you can
imagine-white, yellow, blue, purple...but not true red. You may
see them in colors very close to red, like wine or brick red,
but you won't see one in real, stop sign red.

Serve Up A Party Better Than Anna Kournikova Serves A Ball
Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF |
Distributed: 2008-01-02 |
Word Count: 449 |
Page Views: 4137
| Votes: 7 |
Rating: 3.14
Anna Kournikova may be able to serve up a tennis ball, but can
she throw a party that keeps people talking and waiting for the
next one? Well, maybe, especially if she's adding special
touches to her parties using flowers.

Latest Trends in Home Building and Remodeling
Written by: Julie Lohmeier |
Distributed: 2006-08-22 |
Word Count: 696 |
Page Views: 9029
| Votes: 20 |
Rating: 3.10
In home building and remodeling, some trends are short-lived
while others last a decade or longer. During recent home shows,
the following new trends have emerged as others continue.